Convert Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions Using Diagrams

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a number that contains both a whole number and a fractional part, such as 1 2/3.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the numerator. This sum becomes the new numerator, and the denominator remains the same.

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Convert 1 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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3/2

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 5/3.

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Convert 2 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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11/4

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What is the improper fraction for 3 1/5?

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16/5

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How would you write 4 2/3 as an improper fraction?

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14/3

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What is the first step in converting a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator.

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What is the result of converting 5/4 to a mixed number?

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1 1/4

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What type of number has a numerator larger than its denominator?

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Improper Fraction